Vanessa Brantley-Newton author page

Vanessa Brantley-Newton biography

Vanessa Brantley-Newton is an author and illustrator known for her work in children’s literature. She studied fashion illustration at the Fashion Institute of Technology and later attended the School of Visual Arts in New York. Brantley-Newton’s illustrations are recognised for their vibrant, mixed-media style, often reflecting themes of diversity and inclusivity.

She has illustrated numerous picture books, including Let Freedom Sing by Vanessa Newton, One Love by Cedella Marley, and The King of Kindergarten by Derrick Barnes. In addition to illustrating, Brantley-Newton has written and illustrated her own books, such as Just Like Me and Sewing Stories: Harriet Powers’ Journey from Slave to Artist.

Her work has been published by several major publishers, including Random House Children’s Books and Knopf Books for Young Readers. Brantley-Newton’s illustrations have been featured in books that celebrate African American culture and history, and she is noted for her commitment to representing children of all backgrounds in her art.

In 2020, Vanessa Brantley-Newton’s book Just Like Me was published by Knopf Books for Young Readers.